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[–]danmem 1 insightful - 1 fun1 insightful - 0 fun2 insightful - 1 fun -  (1 child)

I'm not proposing a new Ideology. Im recognising the fact that people in general are not pushing forth some extremist ideology, so to categorise populations of millions of people into these distinct ideological groups is counterproductive to a peaceful coexistance. I don't believe we need a united 'front' because that implies a united front against something. We live in a mostly peaceful society out here in Oceanea (Australia and New Zealand), and i have friends from varying backgrounds, including muslims. I plan on keeping it that way. An obsession with labels and categorisation of people is perpetuating violence. The fight against extremism is with tolerance, and understanding. condemnation of any lone gunman is a good thing. extremists of both sides are fucked, and this horrible massacre clearly shows this to be true.

[–]HeyImSancho[S] 1 insightful - 1 fun1 insightful - 0 fun2 insightful - 1 fun -  (0 children)

I absolutely agree on not jumping on any 'bandwagon' because it 'feels' right. On that note, I also think that when in the context you mention, Islam, when something is different to you, learn it; learn the people behind it.

My own personal beliefs, always stand your ground in the face of change you never agreed on, know the risks, and always have respect around others; it could be the difference between a good, or bad day.